Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
From classroom idea to rural mental health fundraiser
What started as a school assignment has become a rural clothing venture, with five students donating half of their proceeds to Farmstrong.
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Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Memphis police aim to transform how they handle mental health crises
The ‘fourth option’ sets out to prevent escalation and improve outcomes when a caller is in need of mental health support.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Jury deliberations begin in Lindsay Clancy murder trial after her attorney blames medical system
The state concludes: ‘This wasn’t a woman suffering from a lack of care’ or ‘a lack of resources’Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has moved into deliberations…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications for Maternal Health Initiatives Across the State
Florida Blue Foundation has earmarked approximately $3 million for the new grant program, offering four-year grants. The latest round of grants, which will be announced in early 2027, will further ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Surprising Signal for Semaglutide in Bipolar Disorder
The GLP-1 semaglutide was linked to fewer psychiatric hospitalizations in patients with bipolar disorder, raising the possibility of benefits beyond weight loss and glycemic control.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Best AI Tools for Mental Health Support
Identify the leading AI tools for mental health support in 2026. Best options for managing stress, tracking mood, and many more.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Regular Physical Exercise Tied to Lower Risk for Mental Disorders
A prospective study shows that lower levels of physical exercise are consistently associated with a higher risk for common mental disorders in students pursuing higher education.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Europe needs to fight back against US software dominance – and now is the time
Technological dominance is won by carving out protected space in which a domestic alternative can grow.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
How do you define good health – and achieve it – in a broken US medical system?
In a new book, Dr Lucy McBride aims to help us navigate US healthcare – and tread carefully in the wellness industryMost of us want to be healthy, but it’s easier said than done. In the US, people are caught between a…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Judge orders mental health evaluation for man found with gun at Trump golf course in LA
Judge ruled Jeanine John Taele, discovered with firearm days before Trump visit, was unfit to face felony chargeA judge in California has suspended criminal proceedings against a man found with a loaded gun near Donald…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
People Who Are Always Anxious Usually Believe 7 Things That Only Make Their Anxiety Worse
Psychologist Nick Wignall says that people who struggle with constant anxiety often unknowingly hold onto beliefs that keep them stuck in a cycle of worry and overthinking.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
‘I fight pain and fear with art’: how Yayoi Kusama blazed a trail for neurodivergent artists
The pioneering Japanese artist talked openly about how her mental health and neurodivergence informed her creativity, paving the way for the likes of Turner prize winner Nnena KaluYayoi Kusama – who has died at the age…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
What is the treatment for postpartum psychosis, the condition central to the Lindsay Clancy trial?
Clancy’s defense team argues she killed her three children under the condition, and should not be convicted of murderPostpartum psychosis, a rare and severe mental illness, is central to the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Healthy Living with Northern Light Health: Grief
Did you know 27 million Americans experience grief every year, affecting mental, emotional, and physical health? For many, grief is one of the hardest things to talk about.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
UK expects Meta to match US child safety measures after $18bn settlement
Minister calls for Instagram owner to extend sweeping new safeguards for young users to BritainUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government expects the Instagram owner Meta to roll out…
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Schizophrenia and mood disorders show different innate immune signatures, analysis finds
A team involving researchers from Wroclaw Medical University analyzed studies of people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders and mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. They found ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
New study reveals women face higher mental health risks while men are prone to heart disease
Biological differences between men and women influence how various health conditions manifest and progress in the human body. While women are historically more susceptible to health issues like ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Psychiatric care bed density in European hospitals, 2024
Number of inpatient care psychiatric hospital beds in Italy 2024, by region Number of hospital beds in Germany 2024 To download ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
The Jason Foundation, Inc. Recognizes September as Suicide Prevention Month
The Jason Foundation, Inc., a nationally recognized leader in youth and young adult suicide awareness and prevention, proudly recognizes September as National Suicide Prevention Month. Every year, ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Severe Mental Illness Linked to Higher Mortality From Physical Illness
Severe mental illness is linked to a higher risk for premature death from physical illnesses like cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Medical Marijuana Linked to Significant Improvements in Chronic Pain, Anxiety and PTSD, Study Finds
Medical marijuana was associated with significant improvements in chronic pain, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), along with better sleep, mood and quality of life, according to a new ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Dia Mirza opens up about anxiety; says, “I didn’t have the vocabulary to define it”
Dia Mirza has built a multifaceted identity over the years, balancing her work in films with her roles as a producer, writer and social activist. While ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
NextGen® Behavioral Health Suite Ranked #1 Platform for Independent Behavioral Health Practices by Black Book Market Research
NextGen Healthcare’s Behavioral Health Suite has been named the No. 1 platform for independent behavioral health practices in the Black Book Market Research Q3 2026 Behavioral Health EHR and Practice ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
In rural Mississippi, crisis text services help fill mental healthcare gaps
Rural Mississippi has the third highest rate of using texting services for mental health support in the nation, according to a new report by the crisis intervention nonprofit, Crisis Text ...
Mental HealthAug 27, 2026
Key witness in Meta trial says terms of settlement insufficient to halt apps’ harms to teenagers
Exclusive: Arturo Béjar, an ex-Facebook employee and whistleblower, said outcome ‘is not an all-clear to say the product is safe’Meta agrees to major changes to Facebook and Instagram in settlementThe star witness in the…
Mental HealthAug 26, 2026
Women With Diabetes Face Higher Mental Health Risk, Finds Study
Women could be more likely to develop mental health conditions, while men might tend to develop cardiovascular and renal complications following a diagnosis of ...
Mental HealthAug 26, 2026
Final witness in Lindsay Clancy trial says he doesn’t believe she heard a voice during killings
FBI psychiatrist Gregory Saathoff says he has treated only two women with postpartum psychosis, both decades earlierTestimony finished in the Lindsay Clancy trial on Wednesday, as a final witness for the prosecution laid…
Mental HealthAug 26, 2026
Psychiatry's Diagnostic Manual May Soon Use Biology To Explain Mental Illness
The “bible” of clinical psychiatry – the DSM, short for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – is one of the most popular psychiatry refer ...
Mental HealthAug 26, 2026
Lindsay Clancy case sparks renewed debate over postpartum mental health and empathy
The trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three young children, has renewed discussion in the United States over postpartum mental health, public empathy and gaps in ...
Mental HealthAug 26, 2026
Anxiety can affect everyday life, but therapy can help: Understanding its causes, symptoms and how psychological approaches can help people cope better
Think about a time when our heart pounded with a sudden sense of dread, breathing quickened and muscles tensed, as if unpleasant were going to happen. Its unspecified threat is termed anxiety.